Historical Background of Hunza Valley
From a cultural point of view, the Hunza Valley is said to be one of the most beautiful, ethical, and historic regions of Gilgit-Baltistan as a whole.
Of particular note is the Hunza Valley, which has a strong historical background, making it more attractive to tourists. Along with the
panoramic view, there is a list of amazing places of historical importance.
For example, the valley is made up of three major regions.
- Upper Hunza Gojal
- Central Hunza
- Lower Hunza
Local handicrafts, cooking, music, dance, festivals, celebrations, and languages are among his ancestors.
Below is a list of the Top 10 Places in Hunza Valley that you must visit
1.Rakaposhi Peak
2.Baltit Fort
3.Submit Gulmit
4.Borith Lake
5.Karimabad
6.Altit Fort
7.Attabad Lake
8.Rush Lake
9.Sost Border
10.Eagle Nest Duiker
1. Rakaposhi Peak
First, take a look at Rakaposhi.
The giant Rakaposhi Mountain is everywhere in Hunza.
In addition, this mountain is part of the Karakorum Mountains and is 7,788 meters high. Rakaposhi means "shining wall".
The Summit is surrounded by famous glaciers such as:
- Barpu
- Biro
- Bagrot
- Pisan
The dawn and dusk of Rakaposhi are simply stunning views.
2.Karimabad
The second place is Kalimabad, the capital of Hunza. The village
is famous for its history, as it was inhabited by former royal residents.
The village has the oldest appearance due to the stones from the houses and streets.
In addition, some of the famous attractions of Kalimabad are:
1. Baltit Fort
2. Queen Victoria Monument
3. Channel Walk
Additionally, the glaciers of Ulter Nala also falls in Karimabad.
3. Altit fort
Altit Fort is an old fortress above Kalimabad in the Hunza Valley.it was the home of the genetic ruler of Hunza that got the title of
Mir. Altit Fort was the residence of a former prince, about 1100 years old.
Now it's the museum over there.
Both forts are masterpieces of architecture and craftsmanship. The magnificent design has been refurbished by the Aga Khan Culture Trust, a heritage preserved for future generations.
Altit Fort is more than just a place, it's a heritage that grows over time.
4. Baltit Fort
Baltit Fort is another fortress in the Hunza Valley and is a must-see when visiting the valley. The foundation of the
fortress is said to be about 600 years ago. However, there have been corrections and changes over the centuries. Above
Kalimabad, the fairy tale Baltit Castle is a landmark of Hunza, supported by huge legs and overlooking the valley from a wooden bay window.
Originally used as the residence of Mir in Hunza. Due to the conflict between the two sons of the
ruler, the ruler was moved to a new location, Fort Altit.
5. Attabad Lake
One of the most beautiful places in the Hunza Valley is Attabad Lake.
Clear turquoise water attracts everyone in the huge mountains of Karakorum.
The colors and charm of spring are impressive and attract many tourists every year.
The lake is 21 km long and the depth of the lake is about 358 feet.
Due to its immense beauty, the lake was also one of the top lakes in Pakistan.
6. Rush Lake
Another amazing in the Nagar Valley of Hunza is Rush Lake.
Moreover, Nagar is one of the most attractive valleys.
Above all, you will never find the fascinating colors of the Nagar Valley. Nothing is beautiful, but it's simple.
Speaking of Rush Lake in the Nagar Valley, it is an alpine lake with a height of almost 4,694 meters. Lake
is surrounded by huge mountains and is considered the tallest lake in Pakistan.
7. Sost Border
Sost is the last village of Hunza on the Karakoram Highway near the border with China.
A city is an important place on the highway for all passenger and freight traffic, as all traffic across the Pakistan-China border passes through this city.
Along with the Kungelab Pass, there is a high pass in the Karakorum Mountains.
Kungelab Pass also has a national park with rare snow leopard species.
It is a wonderful symbol of friendship between Pakistan.
8. Gulmit
Located between the Gojar Valleys upstream of the Hunza River, Gulmit's nine colored valleys are an important tourist destination in Hunza.
Here you can find the immense splendor of natural colors. The panoramic view of the entire valley with the
Passu Cones is very attractive.
In addition, Gulmit offers tourists a complete package in the form of high mountains, mountains, monuments, and a pleasant climate.
The most visited valleys are mainly the gateways to five different valleys:
1.Shimshal Valley
2.Chipursan Valley
3.Misgar Valley
4.Boibar Valley
5.Khunjerab
9. Borith Lake
While exploring the beauty of the Gulmit valley, you will come across a salt lake in Boris. Lake
is beautiful and surrounded by wide plains.
A lake formed by the melted water of the Gukin Glacier. In addition, the lake is at an altitude of 25,000 meters and is a lifesaver for hikers to the summit of Pass.
Lake can also be accessed by a jeep 2 km from the village of Fuseini, which runs parallel to the village of Gukin.
10. Eagle Nest Duikar
The best experience you can have during your stay in Hunza is to witness the dawn and dusk at Ladyfinger from Dukyle's famous eagle nest and the spectacular peaks of Rakaposhi. The
Duiker is a small village, commonly known as the Eagle Nest because the hotel offers panoramic views of the entire Hunza.
This location is a 30-minute drive from the capital Hunza Kalimabad. Here you can see the wonderful scenery of your life.
We hope you like the list of the top 10 places to visit in Hunza Valley.
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